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PVM Directory / Sarah J Reega

Sarah J Reega, MSc, PhD
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Sarah J Reega, MSc, PhD

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department of Comparative Pathobiology
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
625 Harrison Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907

970-581-2446
sreega@purdue.edu

About

Dr. Sarah Reega is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Human Animal Partnerships and Interactions Lab at the Center for the Human-Animal Bond. Sarah’s research areas of interest include equine-assisted services, horse-human interactions, equine behavior and welfare, and, widely, biopsychosocial impacts of human-animal interactions. As an equine-assisted services professional, Sarah strives to integrate research and practice in human-animal interactions. Sarah holds a background in Higher Education student services and academic policy, alongside experience teaching and mentoring students in academic, research, and professional certification contexts. Furthermore, Sarah is an active equestrian competitor and coach, which helps her integrate field-based experience to a laboratory setting.

Education

2025 - PhD | Colorado State University
2021 - MSc (Distinction) | University of Edinburgh, Scotland
2017 - BS | University of New Hampshire

Certifications

  • Advanced Therapeutic Riding Instructor, PATH Intl.
  • Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor, PATH Intl.
  • Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, PATH Intl
  • Associate Fellow, Advance HE